The multidisciplinary thematic areas offer new perspectives for developing professional competence.
The University of Eastern Finland’s Open University has compiled a selection of English-taught courses, which are now offered under thematic areas addressing a variety of current issues
The new thematic areas showcase the Open University’s offering in a more versatile way than before, allowing learners to build their competence flexibly and across disciplinary boundaries. The thematic areas also provide opportunities to explore current societal phenomena from the perspectives of multiple academic fields.
The studies available within the thematic areas are particularly well-suited for those looking to develop their professional skills, explore new career directions or gain a multidisciplinary understanding of contemporary issues. The studies also enable learners to deepen their understanding of Finnish society, improve their jobseeking skills and expand their language proficiency.
“An increasing number of professionals in Finland work in international environments. The Open University’s English-taught thematic areas offer an excellent and affordable opportunity to enhance one’s skills and succeed in an increasingly global labour market,” says Tero Karjalainen, Director of the Centre for Continuous Learning at the University of Eastern Finland.
The new English-taught thematic areas are:
- Career Compass
- From Learning to Earning: Preparing for the Finnish Job Market
- Exploring Finnish Society
- Coping with Crisis | Tools for Personal and Community Resilience
- Dimensions of Sustainability and Responsibility
- Perspectives on Global Health
- Understanding Health Data | Epidemiology and Biostatistics for Global Professionals
To learn more about the thematic areas, please visit our website.
Studies offered by the Open University are flexible and can be adapted to different life situations. Students may choose an individual course within a thematic area or complete all courses included in a thematic area. The study fee is 20 euros per ECTS credit.
